Career stories
How is it to work at Aalto University? Find out by reading the stories from our community.
Robert Rahkonen, Controller
It's great to be able to support the university's operations – be it a smaller student event or a research project spanning several years.
Hannes Päivänsalo, Head of IT Operations
We have an especially great opportunity to see through a unique change in the university's operation that can take Aalto to the next level.
Tommi Mikkola, University Lecturer
I particularly enjoy situations in which I can genuinely interact with students.
Maire Syrjäkari, Educational Developer
The best part of my job is the open and trusting atmosphere of this community.
Floran Martin, Postdoctoral Researcher
In addition to the high scientific quality of the professors, the social interactions within our teams is the most appreciated feature of my work.
Antti Suhonen, Professor of Practice
The research on finance at the School of Business is internationally renowned and its quality is high, so it is an honour to be a part of this science community.
Mikko Matilainen, Procurement Specialist
The best things about my work are its versatility, great co-workers, and the possibility to learn new things.Â
Alexander Frey, Associate Professor
The support given by the university and the opportunity for professional development are what brought me 91ÇàÇà²Ý. I can be a teacher, mentor, researcher and manager at the same time.
Claudia Dell’Era, Grant Writer
I have always enjoyed writing, but the best thing about my job is the opportunity to work in cooperation with our excellent researchers.
Marianna Bom, Chief Financial Officer
For me, Aalto is an opportunity of a lifetime. When I arrive at the campus in the morning, I think about the meaningful work that we do here.
Jessica Sinikoski, Communications Manager
Traditions are respected at Aalto, but the university still does things boldly in its own way, creating something genuinely new and different.